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Goa to Host Key Parliamentary Conference for Western India in 2026

The Goa Legislative Assembly will host the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, India Region, Zone-VII Conference in April 2026. The three-day event aims to foster dialogue on governance and strengthen cooperation among western Indian states. It will feature plenary sessions on the role of young legislators and regional priorities in trade, tourism, and environment. Distinguished attendees include senior parliamentary leaders from Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

Key Points: Goa Hosts CPA India Zone-VII Conference 2026

  • Conference from April 8-10, 2026
  • Focus on young legislators & regional priorities
  • Aims to strengthen inter-parliamentary cooperation
  • Features plenary sessions on development goals
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Goa Legislative Assembly to host CPA India Region Zone-VII conference

Goa Legislative Assembly hosts CPA India Region Zone-VII conference in 2026, featuring Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and regional leaders.

"strengthen democratic dialogue and institutional cooperation - Goa Legislative Assembly"

Porvorim, April 7

The Goa Legislative Assembly will host the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, India Region, Zone-VII Conference from April 8-10, 2026, at the Goa Marriott Resort, Miramar.

The conference is expected to bring together senior parliamentary leaders from across western India for discussions on key governance and development priorities.

The three-day conference aims to strengthen inter-parliamentary cooperation and promote meaningful dialogue on regional and national issues. It will also serve as a platform for the exchange of legislative best practices and collaborative approaches to contemporary challenges in governance.

The conference will feature two thematic plenary sessions, namely "The Role of Young Legislators in achieving the goals of a developed India by 2047" to be held on April 9, 2026, and "Priorities of Zone-VII in Trade, Tourism, Urbanisation, Environment and Coastal Connectivity" to be held on April 10, 2026. These sessions will focus on fostering constructive dialogue on development priorities, legislative innovation, and regional cooperation among participating States.

A series of formal sessions, discussions, and networking engagements will be held over the three days. A welcome dinner for delegates will also be hosted on April 8 on the Mandovi River Cruise. The inaugural session will commence at 10:40 AM on April 9, followed by the Speaker's address at 12:10 PM. The valedictory session will be held on April 10.

The Goa Legislative Assembly, as host, has expressed confidence that the conference will further strengthen democratic dialogue and institutional cooperation among participating legislatures.

The conference will witness participation of several distinguished dignitaries, including Speaker of Lok Sabha Om Birla, Governor of Goa Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Chief Minister of Goa Pramod Sawant, Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh Narayan Singh, Speaker of Gujarat Legislative Assembly Shankarbhai Chaudhary, Speaker of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Rahul Narwekar, Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Council Ram Shinde, and Minister for Legislative Affairs, Goa Mauvin Godinho, along with Speakers, Deputy Speakers, Chairpersons, and other representatives from the legislatures of Goa, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good initiative for inter-state cooperation. Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Goa have so much to learn from each other in trade and urban planning. But I hope these conferences aren't just talk. We need to see follow-up and implementation.
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Aman W
The agenda looks impressive, especially the session on a developed India by 2047. Young leaders need this platform. However, the venue is a 5-star resort and includes a river cruise dinner. While networking is important, I hope public funds are used judiciously. The focus should remain on substantive work.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in urban development, the thematic session on urbanisation and environment is crucial for the fast-growing cities in these states. Sharing best practices on waste management and public transport could be a game-changer.
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Vikram M
Excellent! Strengthening ties between our western states is key for India's economic growth. The Mandovi cruise is a nice touch to showcase Goa's tourism potential to the delegates. Hope they also discuss tackling monsoon-related infrastructure challenges common to our region.
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Kriti O
Will the outcomes of these discussions be made public? It would build trust if citizens could see what was agreed upon regarding trade priorities or environmental protection. Transparency is important for such high-level meetings.

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